Garth Thompson

Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation

The Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC) is charged with drafting the blueprint to drive economic growth and sustainable development in Jamaica. The Ministry has responsibility for four(4) critical portfolio areas. They are: • Land • Investment • Water and Wastewater • Works The Ministry has oversight for some twenty-three (23) Agencies, Departments and Divisions, which are responsible for approximately thirty (30) subject areas. Included in the Ministry's functions are the formulation and implementation of policy relating to these subject areas. It plays a monitoring role to ensure adherence to the policies, and that the operations of these entities are in accordance with the Government of Jamaica's guidelines and regulations. The Political Directorate of the Ministry is headed by the Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, ON, MP. He is supported by: Sen. The Hon. Aubyn Hill – Minister without Portfolio Hon. C. Everald Warmington M.P. – Minister without Portfolio